Network: EENC is the place
to be! Environmental educators in-the-know recognize that
EENC membership offers professionals in the field a multitude
of opportunities to network with others, share information,
participate in workshops, and learn of statewide activities
for professional development. A directory of members willing
to share their expertise with other members is published
annually. As North Carolina's official state affiliate to
the North American Association for Environmental Education
(NAAEE), EENC offers its members opportunities to network
with environmental educators from across the country and
the world.
Training: Mark your calendar!
Every year EENC conducts a statewide
conference that immerses members in learning about a
special eco-region of our state. The 2-3 day agenda is jam-packed
with professional workshops, concurrent sessions, keynote
speakers, and experiential field trips that cover current
environmental issues, updates on the EE profession, and
many other aspects of environmental education - from curriculum
integration to natural history to pedagogy. Throughout the
year, EENC’s three sections conduct special environmental
education events including informal get-togethers, behind-the-scenes
tours, professional development retreats, and family weekends.
A great way to have fun while you learn!
Communications: Four seasons…four
issues! EENC News Notes is EENC’s quarterly
newsletter that provides a vehicle for members to share
professional development tips and opportunities throughout
the calendar year. The EENC web page is an additional resource
for information on membership, the annual conference, board
nominations, and upcoming environmental education events
- all instantly accessible and “paper-free.”
Event Discounts: EENC membership
is always a great deal! EENC members participate in the
EENC Annual Conference and all other EENC events throughout
the year at a discounted rate. When events are over-enrolled,
EENC members receive first priority.
Active Involvement: EENC
invites input! EENC encourages members to have "ownership"
of their professional organization by serving on EENC's
Board of Directors, or one of
6 standing committees: Communications, Education, Membership,
Partnership, Policy, and Resource Development. EENC is an
all-volunteer organization run by environmental educators
for environmental educators. Sign
up today!